Latest News from Windermere and Bowness Civic Society
Annual General Meeting 2020, 2021, 2022
The Annual General Meetings of the Windermere and Bowness Civic Society, which would normally have been held in spring 2020 and 2021 did not take place because of the circumstances surrounding the covid pandemic. Having carefully considered alternatives such as remote meetings, we, the... Read more
Millerground Enhancement Group
Work continues on the Civic Society project to help restore a Windermere lakeside area known as Millerground. This area is owned by South Lakeland District Council, Windermere Town Council and the National Trust. We are working with these organisations plus others including our Community... Read more
Treasure Hunt
Whether you live in Windermere or Bowness, or come to visit, there is a wealth of architectural features on our buildings which deserve some special attention. Our 'Look Up' Treasure Hunt takes you on a walk between the Tourist Information Centres at Windermere and Bowness Bay, and challenges... Read more
Heritage Open Days
These events celebrate England’s architecture and culture by allowing visitors free access to interesting properties that are either not usually open, or would normally charge an entrance fee. These days include activities, tours, and events that focus on local architecture and culture. ... Read more
Dates For Your Diary!
Annual General Meeting - Thursday March 10, 2022, 7pm Marchesi Centre, Windermere. Special General Meeting - Wednesday April 13, 2022, 7pm Marchesi Centre, Windermere. Read more
Footpaths and Snickets
When you visit friends or go shopping in our villages it is often possible to take a much shorter route on foot then would be possible when driving, if you use the extensive network of public footpaths and snickets that provide short-cuts between streets. See the map in the Civic Society... Read more
National Trust Woodland Management
The National Trust is embarking upon a programme of woodland manage-ment locally. Members may have already noticed work taking place on Droomer Lane, near Lickbarrow Road. The plan is to invigorate the woods to create a biodiverse environment of varying ages and maturity of growth, reduce... Read more
Conservation Areas
In the Civic Amenities Act of 1967, Conservation Areas are defined as ‘areas of special architectural or historic interest the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance’. As with listed buildings planning applications in these areas are the subject of special notice... Read more
National Trust Passes
As members not only of Windermere and Bowness Civic Society but also Civic Voice, we have kindly been given free National Trust passes, valid until May 31, 2018 to most National Trust properties. Please contact any WBCS committee member for details. Read more
Strength In Numbers
This issue affects the Society on two fronts a) its committee and b) its membership. The continued strength of both is essential for the Society to remain vibrant and effective. Regrettably but understandably natural wastage is reducing our ranks and after so many successful years it would be... Read more
Waterbird Plaque
The Waterbird Plaque is the second in the series of plaques produced by the Civic Society, the first being on the Windermere Hotel. In the early morning of 25 November 1911 a hydro-aeroplane called "Waterbird" took off from the waters of Windermere, flew for a short time and alighted... Read more
Street Clutter
A-boards, plethora of signs, chairs and tables on the pavements! Pavements are for pedestrians, but sometimes there is hardly any room for them! If there are persistent nuisances in our area then click here to let us know! Read more
Biskey Howe Viewpoint
Following the tree thinning at Biskey Howe viewpoint a few months ago, SLDC have recently cleared overgrown vegetation. Many rhododendrons and much scrub on the northern and western flanks of the viewpoint were removed during October, making the access paths lighter and more inviting. The... Read more
Privacy Policy
SUMMARY The Windermere and Bowness Civic Society (WBCS) processes third party data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679). WBCS is a registered charity, registration number 50568, and third party includes WBSC members. In... Read more